When I was out today for my Morning Starbucks I got my first glimpse of the new CT200h on the street.

And my first impression was it looked not bad in white but it was hard to wrap my head around the fact that it was a Lexus.

I can't put my finger on exactly why and maybe I'll get used to it but I think it's going to take a while for me.

I know Lexus is trying to look younger, more innovative and greener than the competition but is THIS the right vehicle for them?

Or would a smaller RX Hybrid been the better play seeing it seems to be the vehicle most buyers of the marque like best?

So my questions are:

1. Will this model be a long term success for Lexus?2. Do people really want a small Lexus hybrid car or would they prefer a smaller RX hybrid with even better gas mileage?3. Or are BOTH a good idea for the brand?4. And lastly, does this car elevate the Lexus brand to you or diminish it?

I can't keep you out of my mind either Lex~ Wink Wink. ;) But seriously LexSux with you and others like Turbospyder and ethusiastx11 etc… spouting of your hatred for anything Asian is just nauseating. How about this; anything to do with any Asian cars you guys just stay out of it and don't post anything; keep your hate to yourselves. See the problem is you have made yourselves targets because nobody likes douche bags; it's easy to spot people that just spew nonsensical and rhetorical hate and you guys are right at the top of the list….

I've seen one on the road and it was driven by an older gentleman(60s - 70s). Based on the commercials for this car, Lexus is veering in the wrong direction because younger buyers are ignoring this car.

great looking car, very confortable and well finished. Hybrid? Well it's the future and Toyota will be throwing it in every possible model either you like it or not...they don't care if you want it or not, they will impose that technology no matter what. I wish it had a 3.5 V6 AWD and yes it will be a hit.

From the pictures I think the c-pillar rear wheel arch area looks heavy and econo-car. Not a good look for a luxury brand. Maybe it looks better in the flesh but this is a car I would never have an interest in.BW

Almost 10 seconds to go 0-60 mph? And this is the level of performance we are supposed to get from a "premium luxury car?" Doesn't matter that the mileage figures are good... this lack of performance should NEVER have the name "Lexus" on it. Also, the styling does NOT suggest premium. Looks more econo boy-racer (rice version). This will sell about as much as the HS (very little). BIG mistake for Lexus.

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